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Exciting Partnership Announcement: Endeavor Communications Teams Up with Bark
Endeavor Communications is delighted to announce their partnership with Bark, a leading online safety solution for families. Bark's technology safeguards children while respecting their privacy by monitoring smartphone activity and promptly alerting parents to potential concerns. - October 31, 2023 - Endeavor Communications
The New England Center for Children Announces New Board Leadership, Appointments
The New England Center for Children® (NECC®), a global leader in autism education and research, announced the election of Elizabeth Wetherbee Klein to Chair the Board of Directors and Laura Dudley, PhD, BCBA-D, LABA, to serve as Vice Chair. In addition, two new directors were added: David... - October 28, 2023 - The New England Center for Children
Dr. Maureen E. Marshall-Jeffers Chosen as an Honored Member by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized)
Dr. Maureen E. Marshall-Jeffers of Tinton Falls, New Jersey has selected as an Honored Member by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of education. About Maureen E. Marshall-Jeffers After more than... - October 25, 2023 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
Speak Up For Kids Launches the Life Skills Portal, Empowering Foster Youth
Speak Up For Kids, a leading nonprofit organization committed to advocating for abused, neglected, and abandoned children, is proud to announce the launch of the Life Skills Portal. This innovative resource is a testament to their dedication to improving the lives of foster youth by providing them... - October 20, 2023 - Speak Up for Kids
A New Book That Helps Kids Understand the Power of Change: There Will Always Be
Dr. Gayatri Raina Releases Children's Book Book: There Will Always Be Sudden changes and transitions can be hard for children. Moving, a loss, parents going to work, etc., are experiences many kids face and yet find it hard to find the social emotional tools they need to deal with such situations. - October 19, 2023 - Gayatri Raina
Cal Coast Cares Foundation Educator Grants Application Deadline Extended
The Cal Coast Cares Foundation has extended the deadline for 2023 grant applications. Local educators now have through October 23 to apply for grants to help with classroom projects. The foundation will be awarding $64,000 in grants to local educators this year, bringing the total amount awarded... - October 16, 2023 - California Coast Credit Union
Excel Prep to Host Open House for Families of Neurodiverse Children
Families of neurodiverse children are welcome to attend the community open house hosted by ExcelPrep on October 26, 2023. Families in Champaign county need more options where children with attention and learning challenges are welcome to learn and grow. “We created ExcelPrep because the... - October 16, 2023 - Excel Prep
IntelliKid Systems Launches Leo: a Breakthrough AI Email and SMS Messaging Assistant for the Childcare Industry
IntelliKid Systems, the pioneering early childhood education software company founded by early childhood educators, is thrilled to introduce Leo, the latest addition to the IntelliKid Systems family. Leo is a groundbreaking, AI-powered messaging assistant designed to make communication within the... - October 11, 2023 - IntelliKid Systems
Education Training Series for Families of Children with Autism, Learning Disabilities, and Related Challenges
Excel Prep, a private school option based in Champaign, IL, will host its Fall “What’s Next? What To Do After the Diagnosis” series for parents for children with special education needs. Founder, Landria Seals Green, says that many families are simply stressed in trying to... - October 08, 2023 - Excel Prep
Community Art Collaborative Partners with Herring Pond Wampanoag Tribe and Plymouth Public Library to Unveil the "Herring Pond Wampanoag Tribe Coloring Book"
Saturday, September 30 @ 11:00 Story Hour at the Plymouth Public Library. This Coloring and Resource Book Highlights Tribe’s Storytelling, Public Art, History and Education. - September 28, 2023 - Community Art Collaborative
Welcome to the Best Brains Family - Mississauga Malton
Best Brains Learning Centers wishes to congratulate Ram and Sasya Peddi, owners of Best Brains Mississauga – Lisgar, Eglinton, and Whitby, and their partners Chandra Moham Uddandam and Sarada Pendyala on their upcoming Grand Opening for Best Brains Mississauga - Malton. This will be the... - September 27, 2023 - Best Brains Learning Centers
Welcome to the Best Brains Family - Kitchener - Sunrise
Best Brains Learning Centers wishes to congratulate Pratap Raju Pericherla, owner of Best Brains Kitchener – Sunrise on their upcoming Grand Opening on Friday, September 29th to Sunday, October 1 from 10:00am to 6:00pm. This will be the second location to open in the Kitchener area this year,... - September 27, 2023 - Best Brains Learning Centers
OnTrack Champions Education with $55,000 in Scholarships Awarded to High School Graduates Nationwide
OnTrack, dedicated to college readiness, granted $55,000 in scholarships to17 standout students this year. Hanifa Savage and Morriah Piñon spotlight the pivotal role of mentors in their journeys. Since 2018, OnTrack has allocated over $200,000 in scholarships. Anchored in Dr. Richard E. Caruso's vision and the Uncommon Individual Foundation, OnTrack champions first-generation students, aiming for universal college accessibility through transformative mentorship. - September 22, 2023 - Uncommon Individual Foundation
ASD Publishing Offers New Children's Book That Tackles a Monster's Quest for Self Acceptance
ASD Publishing has a new children's chapter book by award-winning author Gregory G. Allen due out on October 10, 2023. The Monsters of Marymount Mansion is a children’s chapter book for 1st-4th grade that speaks to diversity, self-acceptance, and bullying as told through the eyes of a young... - September 20, 2023 - ASD Publishing
Venture Makes a Mark in Education: Back-to-School Supply Drive Benefits Over 100 Students
Venture Real Estate's "Venture Cares" initiative organized a successful Back-to-School Supply Donation Drive, benefiting over 100 children in two states. CEO Jared Phillips highlighted education's vital role in thriving communities and emphasized their commitment to community engagement. The drive, supported by local businesses and volunteers, reached six school districts. This initiative reflects Venture's dedication to making a meaningful, lasting impact in the communities they serve. - September 15, 2023 - Venture
Equipping Black Nonprofits to Inspire Youth: Brown Toy Box and Microsoft Announce Transformational Collaboration
Brown Toy Box, an innovative educational toy company dedicated to promoting diversity and inclusion in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics), proudly announces its groundbreaking collaboration with Microsoft Nonprofit Tech Acceleration. This transformative collaboration merges tactile toys with innovative learning technology, empowering, Black-led nonprofits to inspire youth who are underrepresented in both toys and games, through engaging online educational games. - September 14, 2023 - Brown Toy Box, Inc.
New Children’s Book Chronicles Real-Life Travels to 18 Countries Through the Eyes of Young Adventurer
"When Imani Smiles in France" marks the beginning of an enchanting series that captures the essence of adventure, unity, and resilience through the eyes of an intrepid child. - September 13, 2023 - Bublish
SLP Storytellers Wins Parent and Teacher Choice Gold Medal Award from HowtoLearn.com
Gold Medal Winner – Speech and Language Category Slpstorytellers is proud to announce a gold award in the speech and language category for its website SLP Storytellers. - September 04, 2023 - SLP Storytellers
First Annual Back-to-School Event for Mckinney-Vento Act Qualified Students a Resounding Success
Georgia Cyber Academy (GCA) held its inaugural Back-to-School Event in support of McKinney-Vento Act qualified students facing transitional housing situations. With the help of community partners like The Home Depot, The Marines Toys for Tots Foundation, and others, GCA provided essential supplies including school materials, hygiene kits, Walmart Gift Cards, and more. - September 02, 2023 - Georgia Cyber Academy
Neumann University Announces Innovative Partnership with Upright Education to Offer Cutting-Edge Online Technology Bootcamp Programs
Neumann University is thrilled to unveil its exciting collaboration with Upright Education, a renowned leader in online professional development, to deliver an array of dynamic and comprehensive non-credit technology bootcamp programs. This strategic partnership will empower individuals with the... - August 31, 2023 - Upright Education
New Polk School Built in 9 Months, and on Budget
Innovative Public-Private Partnership Builds a High-Quality Public-School in Polk County, FL on-time, on-budget in 9 months. - August 25, 2023 - Building Tomorrow's Schools
BEK TV Kicks Off High School Football Season
BEK TV, the leading broadcaster of high school athletics in North Dakota since 2006, is excited to begin coverage of the high school football season. - August 25, 2023 - BEK.TV
Welcome to the Best Brains Family - Surrey Clayton
Best Brains Learning Centers is proud to announce their first location in the Vancouver, British Columbia area. Best Brains Surrey – Clayton will be hosting a Grand Opening event on Friday, August 25 to Sunday, August 27 from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm all three days. Co-owners Bharath Baddam and... - August 25, 2023 - Best Brains Learning Centers
CodeHS Launches AI-Powered Hints to Support Educators & Students in the Computer Science Classroom
AI is a powerful tool that can be used to support teachers in identifying learning needs and quickly providing individualized feedback for students. - August 25, 2023 - CodeHS
Roland A. Gibson Honored as a Professional of the Year for 2023 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide
Roland A. Gibson of Littleton, Massachusetts has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2023 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Education. About Roland A. Gibson With over 50 years’ experience,... - August 23, 2023 - Strathmore Worldwide
Jatheon Technologies Wins Eastern Suffolk BOCES RFP for Cloud Archiving
Jatheon Technologies Inc., a leading provider of data archiving, ediscovery and compliance solutions for regulated industries is announcing that it has been selected as the preferred vendor for Eastern Suffolk BOCES’ cloud archiving requirements. - August 17, 2023 - Jatheon Technologies Inc.
Cal Coast Cares Foundation Awards Over $160,000 in Student Scholarships
San Diego and Riverside County students receive scholarships from the Cal Coast Cares Foundation to further their education. - August 11, 2023 - California Coast Credit Union
Welcome to the Best Brains Family - Southlake
Best Brains Learning Centers portfolio of DFW area locations continues to expand as Best Brains Southlake prepares to open on Friday, August 11. Dr. Alice Ward-Johnson, veteran educator and owner of Best Brains Keller, is delighted to open her second location and provide the quality experience that... - August 10, 2023 - Best Brains Learning Centers
Transfinder Named Best Software, Hardware
School Transportation Leaders Vote for Transfinder Solutions - August 09, 2023 - Transfinder
BEK TV’s Dakota Cowboy Picked Up by Global Rodeo Group
Dakota Cowboy, the hit show from BEK TV, is expanding its audience reach by streaming on the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association's (PRCA) Pro Rodeo YouTube channel. Fans can now enjoy action-packed episodes exploring the world of North Dakota rodeo, featuring exclusive content and interviews with renowned rodeo athletes on a premier platform for rodeo enthusiasts. - August 08, 2023 - BEK.TV
Celebrated Urdu Poet Yawar Maajed Delights Readers with a Whimsical Journey Across Ages in Latest Release "Aafat Ki Ziyafat"
"Aafat Ki Ziyafat," (translated as "Hell of a Feast") a delightfully quirky book of poems by renowned Urdu poet Yawar Maajed, is out now from Ghazal Sara Dot Org. Catering to readers aged 2 to 99, the Hindi and Urdu book promises infectious fun and tongue twisters, alongside a unique QR code leading to an animated poem video. Good news for Indian and Pakistani book lovers in the US - Hindi and Urdu books are now available locally, alongside 28 other titles from Ghazal Sara Dot Org. - August 08, 2023 - Ghazal Sara Dot Org LLC
CodeHS to Pilot Innovative AP Computer Science Principles Course This School Year on Roblox
CodeHS, a comprehensive computer science education platform and curriculum provider, is thrilled to announce an exciting new Advanced Placement (AP) Computer Science Principles on Roblox during the 2023-24 school year. The pilot course will be rolled out to select schools nationwide and aims to... - August 08, 2023 - CodeHS
Cedar Ridge Books' Children's Educational Book on Creation Wins Two Awards
Reptiles and small animals science facts with fun activities. - August 03, 2023 - Linda Carter
RoofPRO Joins The Complete Player Charity and Community Associations Institute for an Interactive Youth Camp Field Trip Event in Severn, MD
RoofPRO is proud to announce its participation in a unique and educational youth camp field trip event organized by The Complete Player Charity and Community Associations Institute. The event, taking place at The Church at Severn Run in Severn, MD, aims to empower children from low and moderate... - August 03, 2023 - RoofPRO
Rutgers Plays Host to 10th Annual Leadership Academy for Teens with Tourette Syndrome
Created in partnership with former professional soccer player, current broadcaster, and Tourette Syndrome advocate, Tim Howard, the Academy is the only leadership program for teens diagnosed with TS in the nation. - August 03, 2023 - NJ Center for Tourette Syndrome and Associated Disorders
CodeHS Launches Comprehensive, Easy-to-Use Computer Science Curriculum for Elementary
The CodeHS Elementary platform is equipped with ready-to-go lessons, intuitive teacher tools, and a course catalog that can be integrated into any elementary classroom. - August 03, 2023 - CodeHS
Empowering English Language Learners: CodeHS Launches K-12 Computer Science Curriculum in Spanish
CodeHS, a leading platform for K-12 computer science education, is proud to launch a K-12 computer science curriculum designed to support Spanish-speaking English Language Learners. This development is another step in CodeHS’ mission to empower all students to meaningfully impact the future... - July 31, 2023 - CodeHS
Amanda Breznay Joins KIDaccount as New Account Executive
KIDaccount (http://www.kidaccount.com), a leading provider of school safety software, is pleased to announce the appointment of Amanda Breznay as their new Account Executive. - July 24, 2023 - KIDaccount
Antis Roofing & Waterproofing Supports Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Orange Coast’s Back-to-School Backpack Drive by Donating Its Own Humanitarian Cash Award
Antis Roofing & Waterproofing will donate its David Chow Humanitarian Award cash prize to a beloved annual tradition at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Orange Coast (the Club). The $2,500 check will be presented to the Club during their Back-to-School Backpack Drive on August 3, 2023. Antis will also host a big party for the organization and the hundreds of kids it serves. - July 22, 2023 - Antis Roofing and Waterproofing
Welcome to the Best Brains Family - Celina South
Best Brains Learning Centers continues its DFW expansion by welcoming Vasu Valasapalli, owner of Best Brains Celina – South into its portfolio of Texas-area learning centers. Vasu joins Best Brains as an owner after several years as a satisfied parent to two Best Brains students. He is... - July 20, 2023 - Best Brains Learning Centers
Dr. Anthony L. Rice Recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2023 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide
Dr. Anthony L. Rice of Riverside, California, has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2023 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Education/Leadership. About Dr. Anthony L. Rice Dr. Anthony L. Rice is... - July 19, 2023 - Strathmore Worldwide
House Appropriations Subcommittee Slashes Education Funding for FY24
Learning Forward President & CEO Frederick Brown issued a statement on the devastating effects from the proposed FY24 budget bill to Title II-A program, Every Student Succeeds Act. - July 17, 2023 - Learning Forward
The New England Center for Children Celebrates Spring of Learning and Achievement
Staff Growth, Art Show, 5K Walk/Run for Autism, Master’s Degree Graduations, Internship Program Cap Successful Spring. - July 12, 2023 - The New England Center for Children
Hammer Theatre Center Presents Fall 2023 Shakespeare Festival Featuring National Theatre Live Screenings of Shakespeare's Othello, Hamlet and King Lear
Hammer Theatre Center invites audiences to partake in an exclusive festival-style event in Downtown San Jose with National Theatre Live (NT Live) screenings of three popular Shakespeare titles shown in repertory: Shakespeare’s Othello, Hamlet and King Lear. - July 11, 2023 - Hammer Theatre Center
KEV Group Announces Acquisition of InTouch Receipting
KEV Group, the leading provider of school activity fund management software, today announced the acquisition of Washington-based InTouch Receipting. With a combined customer base of 22,000 schools, the acquisition further solidifies the company’s position in the K-12 school activity fund... - July 10, 2023 - KEV Group
Super Hero Summer Camp That Saves Homeless Animals
PawSquad Summer is created for youth to experience and explore something they’re 100% passionate about, animals. It's a free, fun-filled, online summer “camp” from July 3 - Labor Day, with different weekly animal-related themes to inspire animal-loving kids to be superheroes for homeless animals. A signature program of The Pawtectors, a year-round online program that inspires kids to be compassionate for animals. Their motto is Compassion for Animals = Compassion for Humans = Compassion for All. - July 03, 2023 - The Pawtectors
How to Prevent Pets Going Missing on July 4
More pets go missing July 4 weekend than any other time during the year. As an online, superhero-themed, animal compassion program for youth, The Pawtectors want to share 8 quick, easy steps to prevent lost pets and heartache. These precautions will ensure a safe and happy Fourth of July is enjoyed by humans and their furry kids alike. - July 03, 2023 - The Pawtectors
Sudbrink Academy: Providing International Access to Virtual Performing Arts Education
Sudbrink Performance Academy is a non-profit virtual performing arts school that provides expert coaching from artists with varied experiences, ranging from classroom experience to Broadway International Tours to studying at The Juilliard School. They focus on private lessons in music and theatre for ages 6-18, and group theater classes for ages 3-5, providing a comfortable learning environment as students connect to professionals right from home. Visit SudbrinkAcademy.com to learn more. - June 28, 2023 - Sudbrink Performance Academy
Top Transportation Teams Announced
The winners of the first Top Transportation Teams award have been announced, with the six winners coming from four states: Indiana, Michigan, New York and Texas. The winners were divided into two categories, departments with more than 100 employees and departments with no more than 100 employees. - June 22, 2023 - Transfinder
Quest Forward Academy, Santa Rosa, CA, Launches Academic Scholarships for 2023-2024
Quest Forward Academy Santa Rosa (QFA Santa Rosa) is looking for academically motivated students who are passionate about taking ownership of their education. Academic scholarships awarded for the 2023-2024 school year will make it possible for qualified students to attend the school regardless of their socioeconomic status or finances. This application process is an alternative to the traditional application process. - June 18, 2023 - Quest Forward Academy